Artwork
Sketch of a Man
Sketch of a Man is an ink drawing by the Romanticist artist Paul Gavarni. It dates from 1835 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Sketch of a Man is a drawing created by Paul Gavarni in 1835. It is executed in pen and brown and red ink on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a man in a dynamic pose, wearing a long coat, vest, and hat, with his right hand tucked into his pocket. The figure's movement and energy are conveyed through the artist's use of bold lines and expressive strokes.
Technique & Style
Gavarni employed a range of techniques, including cross-hatching, to create depth and texture in the image. The use of brown and red ink tones adds to the overall sense of volume and dimensionality.
Context
As an illustrator, Gavarni was known for capturing Parisian society and street life in his work, reflecting his engagement with contemporary social observation.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Gavarni was the pen name of Sulpice Guillaume Chevalier (13 January 1804 – 24 November 1866), a French illustrator, born in Paris.
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